Maryland and Pennsylvania Railroad Ceramic Ornament
Round / One size
$15.99
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Maryland and Pennsylvania Railroad Ceramic Ornament
$15.99
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Celebrate the Maryland and Pennsylvania Railroad with an ornament inspired by the Ma and Pa's enduring place in local history. The railroad's 77.2-mile route curved between York and Baltimore, passing towns that relied on its passenger, mail, and freight service. Formed in 1901 from two earlier railways, it later became a favorite of railfans who appreciated its older equipment and distinctive scenery. This ceramic keepsake offers railroad enthusiasts a thoughtful way to remember a regional line whose story continues through preservation efforts in York County.
The Maryland and Pennsylvania Railroad, known as the Ma and Pa and identified by reporting mark MPA, operated between York, Pennsylvania, and Baltimore, Maryland. It grew from two 19th-century narrow-gauge railways: the Baltimore and Lehigh and the York Southern. After both converted to standard gauge, they merged to form the railroad on February 12, 1901. Its winding 77.2-mile route passed through places including Bel Air and Delta, connecting cities only 45 miles apart. The company carried passengers, mail, and freight, including slate, coal, lumber, furniture, and agricultural products. Known among railfans in the 1930s and 1940s for its older equipment and scenic, curving route, it later faced declining traffic. Passenger service ended August 31, 1954, and the Maryland trackage was abandoned in 1958. Emons Industries acquired the railroad in 1971; in 1976 it acquired a former Pennsylvania Railroad branch between York and Hanover. Emons merged its M&P subsidiary with Yorkrail in 1999 to form York Railway. The company’s remaining original line was mostly abandoned by 1984, while a short section is preserved in York County by the Maryland and Pennsylvania Railroad Preservation Society.
Celebrate the Maryland and Pennsylvania Railroad with an ornament inspired by the Ma and Pa's enduring place in local history. The railroad's 77.2-mile route curved between York and Baltimore, passing towns that relied on its passenger, mail, and freight service. Formed in 1901 from two earlier railways, it later became a favorite of railfans who appreciated its older equipment and distinctive scenery. This ceramic keepsake offers railroad enthusiasts a thoughtful way to remember a regional line whose story continues through preservation efforts in York County.
The Maryland and Pennsylvania Railroad, known as the Ma and Pa and identified by reporting mark MPA, operated between York, Pennsylvania, and Baltimore, Maryland. It grew from two 19th-century narrow-gauge railways: the Baltimore and Lehigh and the York Southern. After both converted to standard gauge, they merged to form the railroad on February 12, 1901. Its winding 77.2-mile route passed through places including Bel Air and Delta, connecting cities only 45 miles apart. The company carried passengers, mail, and freight, including slate, coal, lumber, furniture, and agricultural products. Known among railfans in the 1930s and 1940s for its older equipment and scenic, curving route, it later faced declining traffic. Passenger service ended August 31, 1954, and the Maryland trackage was abandoned in 1958. Emons Industries acquired the railroad in 1971; in 1976 it acquired a former Pennsylvania Railroad branch between York and Hanover. Emons merged its M&P subsidiary with Yorkrail in 1999 to form York Railway. The company’s remaining original line was mostly abandoned by 1984, while a short section is preserved in York County by the Maryland and Pennsylvania Railroad Preservation Society.
| Heart | Round | |
| Diameter, in | 3.21 | 2.80 |
Product features
- 100% white ceramic construction — strong and durable
- Double-sided print with matte finish option
- Golden hanging string included
- UV-decorated for lasting color
- Available in white or gold gift packaging (single ornament per pack)
Care instructions
- Use a microfiber cloth to gently remove any dust or dirt build-up. Avoid harsh chemicals or cleaners. Instead, dampen a cotton wool swab in warm water (just a few drops per liter of water) and gently roll the swab over the ornament and refrain from scrubbing
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Product information: Generic brand, two year warranty in the EU and Northern Ireland
Care instructions: Use a microfiber cloth to gently remove any dust or dirt build-up. Avoid harsh chemicals or cleaners. Instead, dampen a cotton wool swab in warm water (just a few drops per liter of water) and gently roll the swab over the ornament and refrain from scrubbing